Susan Collins actually said...

"I think if we are talking about ensuring high-quality, needed equipment, personnel, training, that having some sort of match... is absolutely essential."

"I applaud FEMA for being responsive to the needs and concerns of stakeholders, but I am concerned that this pilot... is not acceptable."

"Our Nation's homeland security grant programs are a vital part of enhancing our capacity to prepare for, protect against, and respond to a full range of natural disasters and manmade hazards."

"We have worked for so many years to change the culture in the Federal Government to one of sharing essential information."